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Mercedes-Benz S-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

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#30 of 49 pricing by topspin628

Sep 12, 2007 (5:44 am)

Any news on latest pricing to lease an S550?
Thanks

#31 of 49 2008 Lease by gmannj

Dec 12, 2007 (11:07 am)

I am interested in getting some perspectives on a lease for a 2008 MB S550 4Matic. The MSRP of the car is $98, 950, and has the premium III package. The lease specifics are: 39 month lease with 15K per year, with a MF of 3.00, and a $5k down payment. The residual is $49, 801. The monthly payment works out to be $1,695 per month. Is this a good deal? Thanks for the help!

#32 of 49 Re: 2008 Lease [gmannj] by fuenfer

Dec 20, 2007 (4:23 pm)

Replying to: gmannj (Dec 12, 2007 11:07 am)
Make sure you deal on the purchase price, too. Shoot for $10k off MSRP. Even if you lease, the price of the car is very, very important.

#33 of 49 2008 S550 w/AMG pak pricing by jeffparker

Jan 17, 2008 (4:03 pm)

I'm in the market for an 08 S550. Options:
 
- P2
- AMG Package
- Wood/leather steering
- Power rear/side window blinds
 
The MSRP is $98,585 (incl. GGT). Any idea what I should pay for this? I am in Austin, TX and looking to go with MB Of Austin but have not heard too many flattering reviews about them. I'm also looking at Houston/Dallas dealerships.
 
I'm good at bargaining, so I should be able to get a good deal. The question is WHAT's a good deal for this car?
 
Thanks!

#34 of 49 Re: 2008 Lease [fuenfer] by jeffparker

Jan 17, 2008 (4:05 pm)

Replying to: fuenfer (Dec 20, 2007 4:23 pm)
fuenfer - what's a good deal on the S550 I want to purchase? Please see my post above.

#35 of 49 2005 S500 Need Advice Please by andover

Jan 18, 2008 (3:54 am)

I am considering buying a 2005 S500 Designo Edition with 62 thousand miles.It is a one owner lease car. Can anyone give me some feedback? Do I sat away? Problem areas? Expensive to maintain? Reliability? Is this a good year for this model? What is a good price to pay for this car? Please, advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance.

#36 of 49 S class pondering by retnav

Mar 06, 2008 (12:53 pm)

I currently own a 2003 E-320, new in January 2003. I have thoroughly enjoyed this car, only 25k miles on it. At service another customer said the S is so superior to the E there is no comparison. Well, that created interest! Setting the purchase price aside, anyone out there made this kind of fleetup? Opinions?

#37 of 49 Great car, poor service by technar

May 20, 2008 (2:19 pm)

The following might be helpful for people considering getting an S class and are not familiar with MB customer service.
 
About two months ago I leased a 2008 S63 (first time Mercedes customer). Several days ago, the A/C compressor quit working and I took the car to the dealer for repairs. It appears that the compressor has to be ordered from Germany and it may take 2-3 weeks to finish the repair on top of the 5 days the car's been at the dealership. The dealership is not willing to provide a comparable loaner. Their offer is either a C or an E class. They are also not willing to overnight the compressor from Germany. So, I have to wait a month for my car and basically pay $2500 (my monthly lease payment) to drive the E350 instead. I know Lexus would give you the same model as yours for a loaner.
 
I thought I'd try calling MB customer service. Their response was that as long as the loaner was a Mercedes vehicle not much else they can do. When asked about expediting getting the replacement compressor, the guy said he will try to help me out as if doing me a favor (will update on that later). Well, I think I'll do myself a favor and go with a different brand the next time I decide to get a $140k car.

#38 of 49 Re: Great car, poor service [technar] by bmlexus

May 20, 2008 (7:07 pm)

Replying to: technar (May 20, 2008 2:19 pm)
Hi. This is a first time I heard from a S63 owner.
 
Well I am surprised its 1 of the top end benz model you should get some respect.
 
My uncle bought a S class 3 or 4 months back not the amg version
 
No problems at all......
 
What car did you own previously before getting the s63?
 
Any experience in other brand or suvs.
 
Yes lexus is a very reliable car without any kinds of trouble I don't think you will have any problems with lexus thats the reason why lexus has had such an amazing reputation since many years.
 
From what I keep reading from other posts german cars are amazing to drive the best road feel fun to drive but when you have those troubles again and again you tend to forget about all the good things.
 
I think its true as some1 said benz bmw audi jag are all great luxury cars but a RISKY buy
 
I like suvs and I think BMW suvs are amazing but those troubles really scares me to get a german car.
 
I hope to get a reply from you.

#39 of 49 Re: Great car, poor service [technar] by ocautoseeker

May 21, 2008 (2:59 am)

Replying to: technar (May 20, 2008 2:19 pm)
That really is unfortunate. I'd say the E-loaner would be fine if they were willing to "eat" your monthly payment, or at least pro-rate it for the duration your vehicle is out of comission.
 
Hard to believe that there is not a single S demo they could let you drive for a few weeks???
 
I don't blame you for wanting to switch brands.
 
In this case, you might want to throw some of your clout out there and emphasize the fact that your are indeed driving a $140k automobile. Not a big fan of the ego, but a little bit of a "do you know who I am" attitude might get somebody's attention on this matter.
 
Good Luck!

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